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Norway stun Brazil as Erling Haaland fires Europeans into last eight
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Norway defeated Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 16, resulting in the elimination of Carlo Ancelotti's Brazilian team from the tournament.
- Erling Haaland scored both goals for Norway, including the decisive goal in the 90th minute, marking his 7th goal of the tournament.
- Neymar scored a late penalty for Brazil, his first goal of the World Cup, but it was insufficient to prevent Brazil's exit.
- Norway will face the winner of the Mexico vs. England match in the next round.
- Brazil had several close chances, including a missed penalty by Bruno Guimaraes and multiple saves by Norway’s goalkeeper Nyland, but ultimately could not overcome Norway’s defense.
